Blueye Robotics Launches Underwater Drone
Trondheim, Norway-based Blueye Robotics has developed an underwater drone called Blueye Pioneer, which the company says allows shipowners, vessel crew, and shipyards to perform hull inspections without the need of divers or ROVs (Remotely...
Stranded Ship Crew on Board with Dons Fans
A legal dispute over unpaid wages mean the Malaviya Seven has been “arrested” and is confined to the city’s harbour, leaving the seafarers in limbo.
But thanks to a maritime charity, the Indian nationals were...
End of Maersk’s Drilling in US
At the end of June, the contract for the drilling vessel ‘Maersk Viking’ will expire, at which point there is every likelihood the vessel will end up lying idle, along with her sister ships...
Cargo Ship Collided with Container Gantry Crane at Abidjan Port
The Cosco’s general cargo ship Da Zhi collided with container gantry crane, while berthing at Abidjan port in Ivory Coast on May 18.
What happened?
The accident triggered the crane to collapse onto the dock...
Grain-bearing Cargo Ship Breaks Free from Moorings
On May 21, A cargo vessel loaded with grain that broke loose from its moorings has been secured by the United States Coast Guard.
What happened?
The vessel broke loose around mile marker 117 in...
Cocaine Found in Engine Room Aboard Bulk Carrier
The Colombian police have reportedly found 87 kilos of cocaine hidden in the closed compartment onboard a bulk carrier.
What happened?
The secret stash was found on the bulk carrier Nord Manzallino at Barranquilla, Colombia,...
VLCC Rates to Fall Further in Well-supplied Market
Freight rates for very large crude carriers (VLCCs) are set to slide further next week, falling below tanker break even costs on routes from the Middle East, as too many ships chase too few...
Global Economy is in Sync
With the first-quarter earnings season coming to a close, the verdict is in on the synchronized global expansion: It’s alive and well.
A picture of strong earnings growth and positive surprises has emerged across both...
Baltic Exchange Outlines its Growth Plans
The London-based Baltic Exchange has bold growth plans in the wake of its acquisition by the Singapore Exchange (SGX) last year.
Among other things, the maritime information provider plans to introduce more freight market benchmarks...
DNV GL Certification for Energy and Safety Management
Columbia Shipmanagement receives DNV GL certification for energy and safety management
DNV GL has confirmed that Columbia Shipmanagement complies with the highest standards in energy and safety management. Torsten Schramm, President at DNV GL –...